BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast Tea-Break Tutorials - Slug and Snails
Aug 2, 2024
Join gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh as he shares invaluable tips on managing those pesky slugs and snails in your garden. Discover their ecological roles and feeding habits to better understand how to protect your plants. Alan also discusses effective organic strategies for pest control and the surprising assistance from wildlife, like moorhens, in keeping these garden nuisances at bay. Tune in for a refreshing blend of expert advice and a deeper appreciation for your garden's natural helpers!
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Slug Pellets Are Dangerous And Banned
- Slug pellets are banned for domestic use because they are lethal to pets and hedgehogs.
- This ban encourages safer, non-lethal methods for slug and snail control in gardens.
Grow Slug-Resistant Plants
- Grow plants that slugs and snails avoid, such as those with hairy leaves or ferns.
- Doubling up on such plants in your garden reduces slug and snail damage effectively.
Use Copper Collars For Protection
- Use copper collars around emerging hosta shoots to deter slugs and snails.
- The collars give slugs an electric shock that prevents them from crossing and damaging new growth.